Bookeeper

Job Description

General Purpose

Responsible for maintaining the financial records of a company by accurately recording the day to day financial transactions of the company.

Main Job Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities

check and verify source documents such as invoices, receipts, computer printouts

allocate and post financial transaction details to subsidiary books

transfer data to general ledger

reconcile and balance all accounts

draw up financial statements (trial balance, income statement, balance sheet)

collate and analyze account data and generate financial reports

track and maintain inventory records

maintain internal control systems

manage accounts payable and accounts receivable

prepare checks, payments and bank deposits

prepare and process payroll

comply with relevant reporting requirements

calculate and prepare tax payments

assist with budget preparation

assist with audits

maintain complete filing system to support financial records

managing/processing payroll

Education and Experience

knowledge of bookkeeping practices

knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures

knowledge of relevant legislation and regulatory requirements

working knowledge of relevant computer applications

knowledge of data management and financial data analysis

an associate degree in accounting, finance or business an advantage

bookkeeping certification

Key Competencies

planning and organizing

attention to detail

information collection and monitoring

problem analysis

problem solving

communication skills

confidentiality

integrity

knowledge of quickbooks

prior hotel experience